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Copyright Registration Cost

The cost for copyright registration varies with the type of work and the steps involved. The cost for copyright registration (online) is Rs. 5000 approx. while attorneys charge up to Rs. 20,000 for the same service.

A copyright application undergoes through different stages before its registration. However; some of the fees might not be applicable in every case.

Copyright Application Cost

The application cost differs according to the type of work you wish to register. Form XIV is filed with the prescribed fee either online or submitted physically at the Copyright Office via Demand Draft. 

Literary, Dramatic, Music or Artistic Works 

Type of Work  GOVT FEES(E-filing) QUICKCOMPANY ATTORNEY
Literary, Dramatic, Music or Artistic Rs. 500 Rs. 3,499 Rs. 10,000
If the work is used or capable of use in goods/services Rs. 2,000 Rs. 5,999 Rs. 15,000
Objection Reply  NIL

Rs. 1,999

 Rs. 6,000
Discrepancy Reply  NIL Rs. 4,999 Rs. 12,000

Total Cost

 Rs. 2,500 Rs. 17,000 (approx) Rs. 43,000

Changes after Registration 

Type of Work  GOVT FEES(E-filing) QUICKCOMPANY ATTORNEY
Literary, Dramatic, Musical or Artistic Rs. 200 Rs. 1,999 Rs.5,000
If the work is used or capable of use in goods/services Rs. 1,000 Rs. 2,999 Rs. 10,000

Cinematographic Works  

Type of Work  GOVT FEES(E-filing) QUICKCOMPANY ATTORNEY
Cinematograph Film  Rs. 5,000 Rs. 7,499 Rs. 20,000
To make any changes after registration Rs. 2,000 Rs. 5,999 Rs. 15,000
Objection Reply  NIL

Rs. 1,999

 Rs. 5,000
Discrepancy Reply  NIL Rs. 4,999 Rs. 12,000

Total Cost

 Rs. 7,000 Rs. 20,000 (approx) Rs. 52,000 

Recording Works 

Type of Work  GOVT FEES(E-filing) QUICKCOMPANY ATTORNEY
Sound Recording  Rs. 2,000 Rs. 4,499 Rs. 15,000
To make any changes after registration  Rs. 1,000 Rs. 2,999 Rs. 10,000 
Objection Reply  NIL

Rs. 1,999

 Rs. 5,000
Discrepancy Reply  NIL Rs. 4,999 Rs. 12,000 

Total Cost

 Rs. 3,000 Rs. 15,000 (approx) Rs. 32,000 

International Copyright Registration

Copyright Law is territorial and the registration differs according to different countries. However; India being a part of several International Treaties, it is easier to extent the protection of your work outside India as well.

Works of Indian Origin automatically get copyright protection in the countries which are members of the following conventions.

  • Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
  • WIPO Copyright Treaty
  • Universal Copyright Convention
  • Convention for the Protection of Producers of Phonograms against Unauthorized Duplication of their Phonograms
  • Multilateral Convention for the Avoidance of Double Taxation of Copyright Royalties
  • Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS Agreement).

To seek protection in non-member countries, Indian works must meet the legal requirements of the relevant national laws to maintain its copyright in that country.

Note: Foreign Works originating from al the member countries of the Convention can seek copyright protection in India.

International Registration Fee 

The registration fee depends from country to country since they are governed by their respective laws. The charges for physical filing may be 10% (approx) higher than the e-filing charges. 

If an Indian resident applies for a copyright in

Country Applied in  GOVT FEES(E-filing)
Australia  $ 35
United Kingdom   £ 42.50

If a Foreigner applies for a copyright in 

Country Applied In  GOVT FEES(E-filing)
India  Rs. 2,000-Rs.5,000  

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